The Booster. Illinois District Church of the Nazarene. Nothing will be impossible for you. From the District Superintendent

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1 The Booster Illinois District Church of the Nazarene Nothing will be impossible for you October 2017 Issue Illinois District Office PO Box 1054, Alton, IL Phone: (618) Facebook: Illinois District Church of the Nazarene From the District Superintendent Last week I conducted the funeral/committal service for the Pastor who loved and led Lezlie and I into a faith relationship with Jesus Christ. Pastor Ed Campbell was pastor of four churches on his ministry journey. None of them were large churches, but all of them had influence in their communities while he and his wife Phyllis, led them. The memories that flooded my mind and heart reminded me of several simple ministry truths. Pastor Ed and Phyllis loved us unconditionally while we were still far from God. That love pulled us to them, the church, and eventually Jesus Christ. While he loved us, he did not compromise the Word of God. He made it clear that I needed to be saved FROM my sin. It was priority to Pastor and Phyllis that we were saved. It s interesting how some misguided preachers and leaders are afraid of that simple truth today. He taught us clearly the truth of a need of total surrender, heart cleansing, followed by a life time of growth - the biblical truth of Entire Sanctification. The faithfulness of this Pastor and wife put us on a journey that changed everything in our lives. We, our children and grandchildren would not be where we are today spiritually had this couple not discipled us. There are many people in our communities who desperately need Christ to intersect their lives. I m forever grateful for Pastor Ed Campbell and Phyllis who loved us enough to not only tell us about Jesus, but made sure we became followers of Him. Let s find those who need Him in our community and love them to Jesus. That s what we do as Christ followers. October is Pastor Appreciaton Month! Focus on the Family has a site where you can find out things like Why Should We Honor Pastors, Planning Suggestions, Appreciation & Celebration Ideas, and many more great ideas. Below is one link where you can go for information. Let s do all we can to support, encourage and show our love to the ones who God has called to Shepherd His Flock. media.focusonthefamily.com/pastoral/pdf/ CAM_Guide_2012.pdf James Kraemer Dist. Supt. District Superintendent Church of the Nazarene jimk@illininaz.org 2 Chestnut Court Bethalto, IL Home Cell Rev. Doug Haynes Administrative Associate District Office revdehaynes@sbcglobal.net 2916 Gilbert Ln Alton, IL Office The October 2017 Issue 1

2 District Changes Roxana: The District will be saying farewell to Dr. Earl and Tami Gillett, as they have been called to pastor a church in Stockton, California. They have done an outstanding job of pastoring the Roxana church and working with the district on the Ministerial Studies board. They will be greatly missed. Quincy: Rev. James Brunner has accepted the call to the Quincy COTN. James, Becky and their 3 children were previously pastor of the Mt. Carmel COTN. District Calendar Mansfield: Rev. Wayne and Karen Clevenger has resigned Urbana Lighthouse and has taken pastorate of the Mansfield COTN. October 2 Sept 8-11 School Of Prophets 12PM Olivet Zone Meets at Paris COTN 4:00PM Mattoon Zone Meets at Effingham COTN October 14 Ladies Day Roxanna COTN October 14 Teen Bible Quiz Royalton Welcome to the Illinois District Team Urbana Lighthouse: Rev. Chris and Melanie Easton have accepted the call to Urbana Lighthouse. They have 2 children, Isaiah 12 and Bailee 8. Missions Casey: Rev. Wade and Paula Stine have accepted the call to the Casey COTN. They have 3 children. Tessa, 11th grd; Logan, 8th grd; and Ani, 2nd Oct Oct Radiate October 24 Sr. Adult Day Salem November 6 School of Prophets 10AM Olney Zone Meets at Fairfield COTN 2PM Mt. Vernon/ Murphysboro Zone Meets at Salem Grace 6PM Metro East/Miss. Valley Meets at District Office November 11 Teen Bible Quiz Decatur West Side Nov DCPI Training Salem Grace COTN Dec. 1-2 Teen Bible Quiz St. Louis December 2 Pastors Christmas Party Effingham, IL December 11 School of Prophets 10AM Champaign Zone Meets at Champaign First 2PM Decatur Zone Meets at Decatur Trinity 5:30 PM Springfield /IL River Meets at Pizza Ranch NMI Pres. Sandy Stickler THANK YOU! THANK YOU! YOU HAVE ANSWERED THE CALL. The Illinois District has reached out to our brothers and sisters in the south. The Crisis Care Kits we received at District Assembly (312 kits) were delivered to Texas by a team from Pittsfield Church. I have heard other reports of response across the district. Good job!! That said, we need to replenish our supply now. We are again asking you to bring items, kits, or the whole banana box to the zone rallies. PLEASE plan to attend the rally in your zone and show support to our missionaries Andy & Judy Bennett. The tour is October The schedule has been sent to all the zone leaders. Bring the kids---we will do another full camp scholarship drawing at the rally. I hope to see you there. Let's have the biggest attendance and offerings we have ever done!! District NMI Tour with Andy & Judy Bennett Papa New Guinea October 3-11, 2017 Mark your calendars! Full schedule can be found on the district web site: illinoisnaz.org Pastor & Spouse Retreat The Booster Oct Issue 2

3 Church Multiplication Initiative Keeping Our Ministry Initiative Moving Forward Date: November 13-15, 2017 Location: Salem Grace C.O.T.N. Salem, Illinois Whom May Attend: Pastors & Lay Leaders Cost: $35 registration, plus hotel Lunch Is Provided Please send your registration to: DCPI Illinois District Office; PO Box 1054, Alton, IL PRESENTERS HOTEL OPTIONS CHURCH PLANTING CHURCHES Mark Bane Jim Kraemer Greg Breeden Holiday Inn Express $92 + tax Holiday LN. Salem, IL Super 8 $52 + tax Woods LN. Salem, IL CHURCH PLANTING ESSENTIALS For more information contact: Will Haworth Mark Copley Brian Trambley Dr. Jim Kraemer jimk@illininaz.org or Rev. Doug Haynes office@illinoisnaz.org

4 Illinois District Prime Time Day Celebrating our Heritage of Holiness Tuesday October 24, :30AM - 2:00PM Grace Church of the Nazarene 1900 N Broadway, Salem, IL Cost: $12 Per Person Pastors/Spouse - 1/2 Price Retired Pastors/Spouses - Free Guest Speaker Dr. Jim Diehl General Superintendent Emeriti Dr. Diehl describes his calling to be a pastor, a preacher, and an administrator. While laying down the administrative call, his passion continues with an ongoing preaching ministry from a pastor pastor s heart. He frequently speaks at camp meetings, college revivals, district ministerial retreats, district lay retreats, zone crusades, and international events. Those who know Dr. Diehl recognize him as an encourager of people and a preacher of the Word of God with outstanding insight and practical application. His humor and love for people are evident from his preaching. His heart beats ardently for evangelism, missions, youth, families, and the communication of the Spirit-filled life to people of all ages and cultures. Dr. Diehl is married to Dorothy, and they have four children. Special Music Guest Dr. Bob and Jennifer are gifted in many diverse styles of music. Their deep commitment to share the gospel with anyone and everyone is evident as they pour their lives into proclaiming that Everybody Needs Jesus! For more information contact: Rev. Russ Brewer rusbrew@aol.com

5 SR. ADULT/PRIME TIME DAY Tuesday, October 24, 2017 Please make your reservations by; Monday, October 17, 2017 Please complete this registration form with along with your check or money order of $12.00 (per person) by October 19, 2017 All registrations must be MAILED to: Phyllis German 1308 Ridge Point Dr., Monticello, IL Please make checks payable to: Illinois District Sunday School Ministries. *Registration are non refundable but transferable **Money must accompany all registration forms For more information contact: Rev. Russell Brewer Cut and return Registration Form NAME: Phone: CHURCH:

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